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Betz Law has filed a FINRA arbitration claim against LPL Financial, Waddell & Reed, and Patricia Alison Fleming, CFP (CRD# 1960175), alleging multiple securities law violations. The claim focuses on alleged misconduct in Waddell's "MAPLatitude" advisory accounts, including reverse churning, violations of Regulation Best Interest (Reg BI), breaches of fiduciary duty, and unsuitable investment recommendations. The investigation also examines LPL's acquisition of Waddell & Reed and its handling of transferred accounts, particularly in light of the SEC's 2022 cease-and-desist order against Waddell & Reed. Betz Law is conducting a comprehensive investigation to uncover any violations that may have harmed investors, especially retirees and senior citizens, including potential elder financial exploitation and failures to adequately remediate issues identified by the SEC. If you held a MAPLatitude account with Waddell & Reed that was transferred to LPL in 2021, or have concerns about the management of your investments, contact Betz Law for a confidential consultation to discuss your potential claims.

Betz Law PLLC, led by experienced securities litigator and trial attorney Demian Betz, has filed a significant case against Ameritas Investment Company and its former representative Allison Terlip, alleging deceptive investment strategy recommendations made to a retired naval officer. The case highlights critical issues in financial advising for military veterans, including investment suitability (FINRA Rule 2111), SEC Regulation Best Interest (Reg BI), complex financial product transparency, retirement asset protection, and the need for military-specific advice. With over two decades of securities litigation expertise, including 18+ years of in-house experience at Wells Fargo and having resolved over 700 securities disputes, Betz Law PLLC offers free consultations to military veterans who may have received similar potentially unsuitable investment advice, particularly involving TSP liquidation and equity indexed annuities.

Veteran Securities Litigator Demian Betz Launches Betz Law PLLC, Leveraging Two Decades of Industry Experience to Advocate for Investors and Financial Professionals Charlotte, NC - May 31, 2024 - Demian Betz, a seasoned securities litigator with over 20 years of experience, including nearly two ...